I myself am a H'ness owner and my friend has Meteor, after riding 1k km I think though most things are good for honda, however there are three big complaints regarding Honda; 1) Gearing is so tall that riding in traffic needs frequent downshift, Meteor is way better in this 2) As a 5'6'' person Meteor has much better sitting comfort than this, my hands pain after riding H'ness for 2 hrs straight. 3)Color scheme is very limited. Never rode Benelli, so can't comment but some may find this useful

Honda should've just sold the H'ness in regular dealerships! would have made it a lot more competitive.

@ankurupreti7651

3 жыл бұрын

Then they would service them like activa and shine by thrashing around. Instead they must open more big wing showroom or hness dedicated showrooms

@lutenic6111

3 жыл бұрын

Then it will loose the differentiation from regular honda bikes. This is one area where RE has created a Niche category of their own despite so many areas they are behind other brands.

@mb4077

3 жыл бұрын

Well little the sales in numbers the better will be the refinement

@nooruddinimran6262

3 жыл бұрын

More big wing showroom/service centers around the cities will make more sense.. Again that might take about 10 months or a year

Now you say traction control isn't necessary on Honda; but it saved my ass for a second when the bmc dug up the road and covered it up with dirt (instead of permanent), then it rained and it was deep slush. Honda traction control light came into action for a second and I felt the bike readjusting itself. Go Honda!

Can't believe RE is competing with Honda in terms of smoothness and rideability. Kudos RE

@Reflex842

3 жыл бұрын

He is comparing both bikes because they comes with same price segment. RE cant compare with Honda in terms of refinement and reliability. 😂

@pritamchakraborty4951

3 жыл бұрын

it took 50 years by RE to recognize it and address it 😉

@manikandavelnallasamy5924

3 жыл бұрын

Yes they have joined hands with European engineers to achieve it...

@shivakumarbv6100

3 жыл бұрын

Yes true...

@balajivaishnav5425

3 жыл бұрын

But not with services 😜☺️

Today I got to know that Honda CB = City Bike. I had even checked with the showroom guys, even they didn't know the fullform.

@vishnubaburaj1213

3 жыл бұрын

The showroom people hardly know what unique feature each product has. They are only aware of sales and prices!

@SharmaJi-jp2yn

3 жыл бұрын

Then you be a showroom guy you can help us..

@vishwasps8877

3 жыл бұрын

And I guess CBR stands for City Bike Racing 🤔

@p.sampathkumarmohan1747

3 жыл бұрын

super bro thanks for information even I was wondering for what CB stands for.... 👍

@pankajrann

3 жыл бұрын

CB, CBF, CBR are the series as per their design characters

First I want to say that, you guys doing english reviews is much appreciated. Due to the fact that the Meteor 350 has yet to reach our market(germany), it's impossible to get any reviews. So getting them from you helps a lot! 👍 And to top it off, knowing that what I'm getting is the unfiltered thruth from RE mother country makes it even more satisfying. As over here we often get seemingly falsified impressions, of smaller(to our standards) displacement bikes, being less enjoyable. Which is obviously not true at all! Anyways, great video and great bikes, loved it!! 👍 👍 👍

@futureminds9742

2 жыл бұрын

also it have been designed by german engeneers now and as because the competition was beating them but now with some teaming up with Germany they have been kicking asses ! thanks to your country for your phenomenal engineering .

@tech9896

2 жыл бұрын

As per your standards? So beginners in your country starts with litter class bikes or what? 🤨 LAMO

RE is good but their service is the worst. Showroom guys just don't care about their customers.

@kakarote8

3 жыл бұрын

The customer service in India is pretty much the worst and the most weakest point.

@drraghul

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah thats true.

@Vlad-1986

3 жыл бұрын

That'll depend of luck, not RE. I had the best coolest service, and after I moved the new dealers where quite "meh" Happens with any vehicle you buy

@UnmeshDinda

3 жыл бұрын

I've had that experience too. I entered their showroom for a test ride, and they treated me as if I didn't even exist.

@shashankashura1654

3 жыл бұрын

There nothing like that bro...no everywhere...

The Big wing is the biggest weakness of H'ness!!!

@drdoolittle8727

3 жыл бұрын

The big wing means?

@harshal_naik

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah, but Honda India is very aggressive & they will improve, grow it faster than expected.

@alvinphilip5940

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah agreed 💯. But quality and reliability of honda can't be matched with any other brands in the universe. If I'm asked to choose, I won't go with RE since it's a new platform and it needs to be tested and proven. Whereas H'ness is also a new bike with new engine but it's manufactured by Honda and I trust honda.

@kimphilbi9109

3 жыл бұрын

It’s not a weakness unless you don’t have it in your town. With Big Wings the customers will get premium service & proper attention. Regular Honda dealerships are too occupied with Activas.

@Reflex842

3 жыл бұрын

Maybe you dnt but We feel that its advantage for highness. Honda wanted to keep this bike in their premium segment. As well as, Bigwing service center engineers are far better than honda normal service centers people. So, we feel its advantage. And, yes Honda has already opened many bigwing showrooms. And, they are working on more. They just wanted to see response first, now hness will be available to everyone soon. Definitely, Honda must have some plan for that.

You are right about aftermarket customisation. I have the RE interceptor and there are so many ways you can customise this bike with good quality parts at a reasonable price. The RE wasn't designed to win races it's a well-made quality bike with a great heritage. Where ever I park my Interceptor it always attracts admirers and I am sure the Meteor will do the same. I am now in my senior years and just love Poodling along at a good cruising speed in comfort with my lovely black lambswool seat cover which allows for those extra km's. From Australia.

The fight was always going to be between the honda and RE. A very well laid out review.

@Human0904

3 жыл бұрын

No bro re and honda is completely different.hnesd is like a street bike low end in not that good but mid and high is really good but re is a cruiser.

@abhaypatil3019

3 жыл бұрын

This shows that... U own a Honda... A great hater of RE.. For sureee

@gobimurugesan2411

3 жыл бұрын

Honda only wins with activa and shine

@dv9239

3 жыл бұрын

@@Human0904 nope that's not a street bike

@vishaljudemichael2394

3 жыл бұрын

@@dv9239 It actually is.

Honda for me. I test rode Meteor yesterday. It was good but quite short for my height. Also, Honda engine was soo smooth compared to Meteor.

@pranith4005

3 жыл бұрын

Vibration engines means Honda

@suhanchandra8862

3 жыл бұрын

What's ur height?

@aubreysequeira2297

3 жыл бұрын

Meteor's Rider seat will be a negative point, so is the overall length of the seat.

@fuji3164

3 жыл бұрын

What's your height bro???

@asfiqurrahman48

3 жыл бұрын

Meteor felt underpowered with all its weight.

RE has finally grown beyond just thump

What I love about the Honda is that it looks like a scrambler/cafe racer. Meteor looks too much like a bobber for my taste.

Definitely prefer the look of the base Fireball variant of the Meteor over the top Supernova one.

After watching them for nearly a year, I think Autocar makes the most professional and decisive car /bike reviews in the country.

im from norway and my dream is buying a royal enfield. i dont care what anyone says they are the most beautiful bikes made today and i dont need any more power. thank you india for keeping them alive!

@axoltl1

2 жыл бұрын

How much money would one of those cost in norway? I believe taxes on ICE vehicles are quite high there.

Frequent City commute + occasional long ride -- CB350. Frequent long rides + occasional City ride -- Meteor 350. If you are one who would use this bike for long term ( 15-20 yrs) -- Cb350

Autocar reviews are one of the best reviews in this automotive world 🌎 Love you team Autocar ❤

Honda gives off such a retro anime vibe. That thing is a feast for the eyes.

@bikrambhattacharyya8051

2 жыл бұрын

It really has a very distinct japanese bub style

Finally we have a maintenance friendly n peaceful Royal Enfield in the form of Honda CB 350. The Honda quality is simply unmatched.

Was waiting for this SO BAD!

Honda h’ness my favourite bike

Really looking forward to the Meteor arriving in the UK this summer. Fireball in yellow for me but I’d be more than happy with any of the variants.

Excellent video, very well made, informative and an all-round great comparison. I hope we get to see the Meteor and H'ness over here in the UK - it's a bit of an unusual size for our market but it would be great for commuter and A2-license markets and if they kept reasonably close to the current Indian prices I think they could do extremely well.

Im a meteor owner and i must say the bike is fab. 🔥❤

Indian engineering is shining inside India now instead of outside in Google or Microsoft. Kudos.

Thnks god finally!! Was waiting for ths review & comparison 👍

Such a well done comparison. Great video Autocar!

RE meteor 350 is looking hot 😍

HONDA perfectly outraged and killed RE classic 350 in all ways except the design.. But RE responded at the crucial time with their entirely new weapon "METEOR 350".. !!! And the story goes on.. woeww ❤️❤️👌👌

Hness is better in overall comparison with meteor and reborn classic, Good refine engine,average traction control,slip assist clutch and low maintenance cost, And also improving their service network in last few months

This is what most of them waiting but Benalli is just for reference

Re is a cruiser. Honda is standar/roadster. You need to drop a gear in honda. But in re it's more suitable to cruiser character and easy to ride.

I have decided royal Enfield. You helpt me . Thanks pat from Belgium 👊

Yes the Royal Enfield metro 350 is very good all rounder in its segment. It looks good, the engine performance is well, its refined. When it comes to features the meteor is well equipped for the price. The RE has the better sales and service net work as well. All in all its a great retro bike. Happy to see that RE has win this interesting comparison.😁❤️❤️👍.

@mamonichoudhury9227

3 жыл бұрын

Meteor*... Not metro 😅

Exact comparison i was looking forward for.... first i liked the video before seeing itself...

Honda is reliable

Today I booked meteor I can't express my words for the bike when I took a test drive meteor is really a next level

@srinew27

3 жыл бұрын

Worst customer service,

Been waiting for this comparison 🤟🏻🔥.

Solid and informative review, thanks!

RE means making local mechanics happy , RE products need heavy maintenance , Japanese bikes means reliability guaranteed for 10 years atleast without major expenses

Finally the much awaited video!!

Completely sold on the Royal Enfield. Can’t wait to get my hands on one. I’ve been riding some 38 odd years all the way up to 1400cc hair on fire in-line fours. Slowing down to a quieter style and this absolutely fits. I will add my own custom parts and accessories

@starscream1457

2 жыл бұрын

Why do u wanna go on small cc if u havebig cc bikes?

I cant wait to see the Meteor in the UK.That yellow is gorgeous,really liking what Royal Enfield are doing today.....

Rishaad is such a good reviewer! Awesome stuff.

Such a detailed and good comparision, thanks a lot..🎉

Brilliant, concise and very useful as well as engaging 👍

Whatta Review❤️ Really Amazing Autocar india & this team💕

It’s definitely a Meteor for me! - thank for an excellent episode! 🙏👍

Rishad great to see the comparison, specially from you.

Excellent comparison. Very useful analysis. Thanks

After this comparison, I have started to like motorcycles. I am more of a scooter & a car person. However, now I think there is definitely an addition to my likes. Meanwhile, still waiting for the Honda Forza to hit showrooms soon. Will have to compare between the two Hondas then. Superb & comprehensive comparison. 👏👏👏

The RE might be the better bike on day 1, but on day 100, you would wish for the reliability of the Honda.

@RakeshRadhakrishnanp

3 жыл бұрын

Very well said considering the legacy.

@soummyy

3 жыл бұрын

But After 10 years one would get back the money he paid for RE in resale 😁😁😁😁 for example in 2013. Classic 350 and R15 were available at 1.15 lakhs on road in Chennai now 2013 model R15 going at 40-45 k while RE 350 going around 90-1l. Sometimes I think I should have gone for RE😂😂😂

@pavannayakanti6802

3 жыл бұрын

Royal Enfield is evolving...just have a test drive bro...I feel re did a good jobs these days with 650cc engine...now... updated 350cc with less vibrations...wow.

@krishGG

3 жыл бұрын

Given their lousy quality control , you can feel that from the very first day . I have seen people talking their bikes to service station same day of delivery .

Thanks for this great review, helping me make my decision.

Finally Royal.....now the battle will be legendary!!!!!!

I own the Honda and let me tell yall it is an amazing motorcycle! Go for it!

Your reviews are so good coz you saying about the vehicles quality and if is there any problem with that you find it and talks about it or show it. that's cool and helps people who are going to buy it. most of the reviewers forgets that part

Wow this was a very well explained review ❤️

Honda CB engine was excellent...test ride on Thane crowded road,was promising...salute to city bike CB

@vinodkumar-fl1kk

3 жыл бұрын

I also did it's easy to maneuver

@satishvasane6812

3 жыл бұрын

Not "was" , but "is" Honda is excellent all time, thanks

Fit and finish honda refinement tooo 😍

Thank you for the update

Excellent comparison and review, well done.

Finally a proper review of Honda Hness

The 350 Enfield looks best to me. Super cool little bike, considering getting one that I can park next to my other bike.

Very well thought out review sir!

Waiting for this from a long time 👍👍

Honda should make hness available through its local dealership rather than big wing dealership and this bike will give serious competition to RE.

@kimphilbi9109

3 жыл бұрын

Actually it’s other way round. It’s not a problem unless you don’t have it in your town. With Big Wings the customers will get premium service & proper attention. Regular Honda dealerships are too occupied with Activa’s & they don’t to justice with 2.3 lac bike customer. Ask CBR250R owners.

@rishabh3687

3 жыл бұрын

You dont want Highness to get serviced in regular Honda workshops. Imagine Activa and Highness getting serviced side by side.

Très bon comparatif. Félicitation ! Very good comparative. Congratulation ! Unfortunatly, the Honda is not sold in France. I have recently tested the Meteor. Very easy to driver. It will be me second motobike. The first one is a TransAlp 650.

Excellent professional comparison, it was a joy to watch;-}

Most awaited review!💥❤️

A very fair and detailed comparison. Kudos to the team, which complied it so very well. You guys have immensely helped me in making my choice. Thanks a ton guys

I taken test drive of Honda...no one come close to Honda..by the way I am old RE customer.

@amitkrupal1234

3 жыл бұрын

Did you took TestDeive Meteor?

@nimalshayas4457

3 жыл бұрын

What's your old ride in re

@myvu-mv5ix

3 жыл бұрын

That's fake, you are saying you are old RE customer... If you are an RE customer you won't go for Honda

@poopypants4513

3 жыл бұрын

Test ride the new RE Meteor, it will surprise you.

@LifeisgoodSpace25

3 жыл бұрын

@@nimalshayas4457 classic 350..2017 BS3 model..

Very well explained bro. Job well done.

Excellent editing. Keep it up.

Fit n finish of RE is really impressive n love the exhaust note of honda.

If I head out from my home, there are 2 dealerships for Royal Enfield in a 10km radius, and a service center I can see from my home window. The nearest BigWing dealer is 240kms away. For this reason alone, this isn't a valid comparison for 99% of the customers in this country.

@bhargava25121991

3 жыл бұрын

Yes but id trust the Honda more for reliability than a RE. I owned a RE Classic 500 for a brief period and I am not at all happy with it, Too many reliability issues. Owned a Yamaha before RE and it was a gem no issues at all. I can trust Honda way too much in this.

Great video loved it 👍

Omg! Finally, it felt like generations. Thanks @autocar

the next gen classic 350 will have the same refined engine and speedometer, that would double the sales and competitors will be left far behind.

@GovindYadav-fn3wz

3 жыл бұрын

Well said bro 👊👊

@kimphilbi9109

3 жыл бұрын

That’s not going to happen. Customers now have a formidable option of CB350. RE is known to have consistent niggles while Honda doesn’t. CB350 will eat into RE sales.

@sureshkanna5410

3 жыл бұрын

exactly, waiting for the classic 350 in new RE platform

After lot of watching reviews and thinking I booked Meteor though my preference was CB350. Reason for Meteor is better looks and road presence, better instrument console. What I don't like in Meteor is the low seating forward foot peg. This will give backache on bad roads because you cannot lift your bum. I am hoping to ride primarily in city and highways. CB350 has better rider seating angle, awesome sound and top quality. However it should improve rear suspension which is stiff, increase seat length and improve chasis design which has gaps. I will buy this Honda in its second edition whenever it comes after 1-2 years by selling the Meteor. Hopefully Honda would have incorporated the feedback by then.

Exceptional review once again... 😇

This is the best bike review I have seen for comparison. You helped me decided on the meteor 350. Much love from the UK 🇬🇧 🇮🇳

Honda H'ness 👌❤️❤️is love . Fully classy look

The 765mm seat height of the RE would be awesome for me.

@eniyan100

3 жыл бұрын

For me too😀😀

@tejenderrana1248

2 жыл бұрын

For me too, I'm 5"4"

Fantastic review ...kudos to entire team n host ..

Commenting widout watching. Kudos to Autocar. Sensible bike selection for compare. Finally finally Benelli on the compare list. Lots of love

finally ,the wait is over

@mehulnakrani123

3 жыл бұрын

For what

Quality and reliability of honda can't be matched with any other brands in the universe. If I'm asked to choose one, I won't go with RE since it's a new platform and it needs to be tested and proven. Whereas H'ness is also a new bike with new engine but it's manufactured by Honda and I trust honda. The only week point for Honda is the BigWing Network.

@vishwachavadhal2941

3 жыл бұрын

Have you thought companies just took some parts, assemble it and sell? Ohh poor man! There goes a lot of things! More over re workers on meteor for 2 years!

@drraghul

3 жыл бұрын

You must be kidding right. RE has been in this platform for so many years. Its honda which is new to the platform. And RE wins it hands down. You gotta ride an enfield to appreciate it. Its not in the name or brand.

Really good review thanks

Much needed comparison 😁

Was waiting for this comparison so badly 👍🏼

Can't believe meteor outperforms the hness in many aspects 🤯🤯 wow a much needed stepup from RE 🥳😍

@shantanu4455

3 жыл бұрын

Indian pride RE❤️

Awesome comparison review (y)

Excellent review !

Got my RE meteor 350 stellar a week ago and it's really great

@laxmikanth..

3 жыл бұрын

Bro how is the bike ?

H'ness ❤️

I am watching this just after booking my RE Meteor Fireball. I am proud of myself that I have choosen the right bike and my analysis are good.

This video is really well made 👏

Highness ❤❤any day over other 2.

@tangetaier1783

3 жыл бұрын

😯

The RE's oil change interval is a staggering 10k kms/per year! Which makes it really economical

@Rohan-qr1zn

3 жыл бұрын

Don't get too excited brother, they use semi-synthetic oil on an air cooled motor and with such long drain intervals it may lead to issues down the line. Royal Enfield probably did it for marketing purposes and many other companies have done the same, they only need to see the vehicle out of it's warranty period after that it's all on us.

@shivatrident5391

3 жыл бұрын

Use synthetic oil, interval will be 10k for any bike.

@dextermorgan2353

3 жыл бұрын

Tbh How much does an oil change cost realistically?

@aravindar522

3 жыл бұрын

10K interval on semi-synthetic oil, good luck RE owners with your engine and refinement. Whereas Honda uses Fully Synthetic oil. Oil needs to replaced every 6-7k whatever the oil it is pushing 10k is too much.

@Wkudbe

3 жыл бұрын

It depends on riding condition as well..